PUBLIC RELATIONS AND PUBLICITY | |||||
Bachelor | TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 | QF-EHEA: First Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 6 |
Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
LAW4073 | Current Issues in International Law | Spring Fall |
0 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Language of instruction: | English |
Type of course: | Non-Departmental Elective |
Course Level: | Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle) |
Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
Course Coordinator : | Instructor MEHMET CENGİZ UZUN |
Course Lecturer(s): |
Instructor MEHMET CENGİZ UZUN |
Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
Course Objectives: | The main aim of the Course is to provide in depth knowledge on specific legal issues which arise from international relations in today’s contemporary world. The Course aims not only to introduce but also to delve in to the major problems that arise from such issues in order to provide the students with the necessary legal tools for a better comprehension of the stakes and the possibility to foresee future legal problems. |
The students who have succeeded in this course; I. Distinguishes the Major Sources of International Law and Determine the Institutional Framework of International Relations II. Recognizes the Major Instruments of International Law regulating inter-State relations III. Names the Contemporary issues and challenges dealt in the international sphere IV. Recognizes the legal framework applicable to the specific international problems V. Recognizes international mechanisms which implement international law VI. Recognizes regional mechanisms which implement international law VII. Differentiates international issues from domestic law issues VIII. Analyzes State practice with regards contemporary global challenges and determine emerging custom IX. Evaluates the points of friction between international law, human rights law and humanitarian law in order to distinguish possible solutions X. Determines developments in international law and possible future issues |
1. Week: International Law and Terrorism: The Definition Issue 2.Week: Main elements of Terrorism in International Law 3.Week : Terrorism and Humanitarian Law: Cross lines 4.Week : International Armed Conflicts and Terrorism 5.Week : Non-International Armed Conflicts and Terrorism 6.Week : Wars of National Liberation and Terrorism 7.Week : Self-Determination and Terrorism 8.Week : Paper Presentations 9.Week : Human Rights Law and Terrorism, State terrorism? 10.Week : Terrorism and Human Rights issues 11.Week : The Derogations from Rights Regime 12.Week : Fight against Terrorism under IHL 13.Week : Fight against Terrorism under IHRL 14. Week : Final Review 15. Week: Final Exam |
Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
1) | 1. Week: International Law and Terrorism: The Definition Issue | |
2) | 2.Week: Main elements of Terrorism in International Law | |
3) | 3.Week : Terrorism and Humanitarian Law: Cross lines | |
4) | 4.Week : International Armed Conflicts and Terrorism | |
5) | 5.Week : Non-International Armed Conflicts and Terrorism | |
6) | 6.Week : Wars of National Liberation and Terrorism | |
7) | 7.Week : Self-Determination and Terrorism | |
8) | 8.Week : Paper Presentations | |
9) | 9.Week : Human Rights Law and Terrorism, State terrorism? | |
10) | 10.Week : Terrorism and Human Rights issues | |
11) | 11.Week : The Derogations from Rights Regime | |
12) | 12.Week : Fight against Terrorism under IHL | |
13) | 13.Week : Fight against Terrorism under IHRL | |
14) | 14. Week : Final Review |
Course Notes / Textbooks: | İşlenen konu doğrultusunda her hafta materyal sağlanacaktır/ Material will be provided on a weekly basis according to the subject dealt with. |
References: | None |
Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
Midterms | 1 | % 35 |
Final | 1 | % 65 |
Total | % 100 | |
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 35 | |
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 65 | |
Total | % 100 |
Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
Course Hours | 14 | 2 | 28 |
Study Hours Out of Class | 14 | 4 | 56 |
Midterms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Final | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Total Workload | 88 |
No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
1) | 1) To prepare the students to become communication professionals by focusing on strategic thinking, professional writing, ethical practice and innovative use of traditional and new media 2) To be able to have the ability to explain and identify problems associated with the relationships between events and facts in the areas of public relations, persuasive communication, communication management, corporate communications. 3) To be able to understand how an organizational culture works and how employees and leaders create messages as a communication tool. 4) To be able to critically discuss and interpret theories, concepts, methods, tools and ideas in the field of public relations. | |
2) | 1) To be able to create effective public relations plans using fundamental planning components that include situation analysis, public profile, objectives, strategies and tactics. 2) To be able to analyze primary and secondary research data in the fields of perception and reputation management and corporate communication practices. 3) To be able to develop creative and persuasive management skills in terms of reputation, employee relations, leadership and similar corporate practices. 4) To be able to explain and describe business marketing activities, economics, business law and global business practices. | |
3) | 1) To be able to search, write, and design articles, newsletters, and fliers, brochures, and announcements, in styles and formats appropraite various audiences, mediums and settings. 2) To be able to to use information, communication technologies and computer software with the required level of public relations, marketing communication, persuasive communication, communication management, corporate communications. Learning Competence 1) To be able to recognize national and international, social and cultural dimensions of public relations. Field Specific Competence 1) To be able to apply theoretical concepts related to mass communication, consumer behavior, psychology, persuasion,sociology, marketing, and other related fields to understand how public realtions works. 2) To be able to apply the underlying theories of communication and the necessities of work safety to different types of public relations processes and campaigns. Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility 1) To be able to take responsibility in an individual capacity or as a team in generating solutions to given scenarios which can occur in public relations processes. |